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Model, Rocket, Atlas Agena-B

This is a model of unknown scale of the Atlas Agena-B rocket. The Lockheed Missiles and Space Company began developing the Agena upper stage for the U.S. Air Force in 1956. Three versions were ultimately produced - the Agena-A, Agena-B, and Agena-D. The Atlas Agena-B launched a variety of military and civilian payloads from 1961-1965.

This is a model of unknown scale of the Atlas Agena-B rocket. The Lockheed Missiles and Space Company began developing the Agena upper stage for the U.S. Air Force in 1956. Three versions were ultimately produced - the Agena-A, Agena-B, and Agena-D. The Atlas Agena-B launched a variety of military and civilian payloads from 1961-1965.